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Join a Community Workshop on the Ravenswood Specific Plan
Please join us on Tuesday, July 9 from 6:00-8:00 p.m. for an online community workshop to learn about East...
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Emily Schwing: Building a Collective Food System
In the heart of East San Jose, next to the Hwy 101 and I-680 interchange, sits a vibrant urban oasis...
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Ballot Measure Seeks to Empower San Benito Voters
In November, San Benito County voters have a chance to change the way land use decisions are made in the...
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Protecting Our Groundwater From Mining Contamination
Santa Clara County has enacted a new ordinance requiring mining operations to maintain a 50-foot protective buffer from groundwater. We’re...
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Tell San Jose City Council Not to Cut Park Fees
Update: Unfortunately, on June 18 the San Jose City Council voted both to cut park impact fees for downtown high-rises,...
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Tell Redwood City Council Not to Cut Parks Funding
Update: We’re pleased to report that the Redwood City Council voted 4-3 not to cut parks funding. (The vote happened...
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Advocating for Green Space in East San Jose
What is the desired vision for new development on the Pleasant Hills Golf Course site in East San Jose? According...
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Half Moon Bay Planning Commission Approves Senior Farmworker Housing
On May 14, the Half Moon Bay Planning Commission unanimously approved an innovative 40-unit affordable housing project for senior farmworkers...
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Remembering Pete McCloskey
Former Congressman, environmental champion, and former Green Foothills board member, Paul N. “Pete” McCloskey, died on May 8 at age...
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Leadership Program Announces 2024 Capstone Projects
Each year, participants in the Green Foothills Leadership Program complete a capstone project. The project involves planning an advocacy campaign...
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Tell Redwood City Council Not to Slash Parks Funding
Update: The City Council was not able to vote on this issue at the May 6 Council meeting because city...